Nottawa bluegrass bands

Blend some banjo picking with harmonica harmonies and you’ll have the makings of a classic Bluegrass Band. Our professional performers can bring more than the sounds of the South to your event – book one in the Nottawa, MI area and see for yourself!

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When choosing music for your event - be it a wedding, a corporate convention/reception - you name it - your first consideration should be how experienced are the musicians?
Best advice is to always GO WITH THE PROS.
Are you planning a Celtic theme event or wedding? Over the last 25 years, I've appeared at approx 75 St. Pat's day events, and if you are planning a wedding - I've worked approx 1000 weddings with various ensembles and as a soloist.
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Fernandez + Kimball have over 25 years of experience performing for corporate events, weddings, private parties, and public festivals throughtout Chicago and the surrounding areas. Our highly sought after artists offer the highest level of performance and professionalism. Their vast repertoire includes classical, flamenco, Gipsy King rumbas, bossa novas, gipsy jazz, and Latin American standards. We can provide multiple configurations of sound to include, guitars, bass, vocals, mandolin,...(more)

The Music that You Love!!
We are based out of Chicago, IL, and perform nationally and internationally for weddings, festivals, corporate events, fundraiser events, universities, private parties, and live music venues. Providing a variety of appropriate music at concert quality is our specialty. Whether we are keeping dance floors filled, adding the right amount of ambiance to a laid back atmosphere, or performing a concert for discerning listeners, we add the elements of style,...(more)

Tinker Boys are a blend of musicians from an assortment of backgrounds, strung together to form a band that explores the many sides of the acoustic genre. Using elements of vocals, guitar, banjo, fiddle, bouzouki, accordion, mandolin,
and harmonica, Tinker Boys are a band that is able to find a niche in many acoustic laden songs. The group can range from a duo, trio, or more depending on the need of the client and available musicians. Band leader, Michael Tinker Tierney, also performs...(more)

Featuring two state of Illinois banjo performance champions, a songwriter with two Radioactive airplay #1 hit songs, and tight vocal harmonies, this award winning family of nine puts on a high energy show that everyone is sure to enjoy. They perform in all types of venues across the country including high profile bluegrass festivals, town festivals, arts centers, churches, weddings, crayfish boils, you name it they have permed at it. A typical show includes original music, bluegrass and...(more)

2013 Country/Bluegrass Performer of the Year: Madison Area Music Awards.
2014 Country/Bluegrass Album of the Year: Madison Area Music Awards.
The Dang-Its is a five piece band whose tag line, "Western Swing, Honky Tonk, & Americana," barely begins to describe the range of styles that comprise their repertoire: folk, country blues, Cajun, bluegrass, classic country, rockabilly, country swing, and more.
Weddings? The Dang-Its deliver a variety of 100% danceable tunes, and not just...(more)

No Tent is a high energy folk band that plays a blend of roots, americana, bluegrass, and blues. We have been entertaining crowds at festivals, events, and private parties around the nation since 2011. We play everything from Willie Nelson to Van Morrison, Hank Williams to the Beatles -- and we have a wealth of our own well crafted original material to boot. We're not afraid of learning new material to suit your event or party, so don't hesitate to make a request. We can perform as a duo,...(more)

Professional, unique, & captivating,.... Leipers Fork Bluegrass perform regional, nationally & internationally for Festivals, Fairs, Weddings, Corporate Events, Universities, Churches, all types of Venues. They're a hard driving, hard working group that enjoys getting the audience involved in the performances. Folks respond well to the group with the humor and professionalism that is announced in the Leipers Fork Bluegrass shows. An individual, promoter or agent of a venue will be happy with...(more)

Professional, unique, with tight harmonies and killer instrumentals, the musicians that form the Cindy Musselwhite Band have performed nationally & internationally for Festivals, Churches, Weddings, Corporate Events, Universities, & Night Clubs. We have performed for venues as far away as the European World of Bluegrass in The Netherlands and local corporations such as EMC and Chick-Fil-A, and have also covered complete weddings from the ceremony to the dancing hall. This is a testament to...(more)

Despite the Montana namesake, Gallatin Canyon is a Charlottesville, Virginia-based bluegrass band. Influenced by dozens of great artists, both contemporary and from the past, the band focuses on masterful instrumentation, air-tight arrangements and soaring vocal harmonics. The band performs not only traditional bluegrass but also a wide variety of creatively-arranged favorites from the classic rock and country genres."
Though primarily a 4 or 5-piece ensemble, the band is also available as...(more)

We are an acoustic duet featuring guitar and 5-string banjo, duet harmony vocals and a very wide repertoire of entertaining selections, vintage country, 60s-70s covers, bluegrass, jazz, rural acoustic blues, Cajun, and Irish. David Stenshoel is a widely acclaimed Irish
and jazz violinist who also supplies harmony vocals.
Below is a concert/workshop review:
"The BDs duet brought their own inimitable bluegrass based music to the ITOW Veterans Museum on Sunday, July 8th (2012). The...(more)

With their hard-driving music, energetic stage presence, and southern hospitality, this family band The Holloway Sisters and Outta the Blue are a must see. Their music ranges from traditional bluegrass to a new wave bluegrass with a style of their own. This band isn't just about playing music, it's also about spreading smiles and joy throughout every audience. They pride themselves on their ability to bring upbeat family fun entertainment to the young and young at heart. This band will be...(more)

Drymill Road provides entertainment for dozens of private/corporate events and weddings each year.
In addition to exceptional music/entertainment, Drymill Road brings experience and service that is unmatched.
If you select Drymill Road both you and your guests will be very impressed with the talent, entertainment, and service we offer!
Please visit our website and take a look at our client reviews.
Our clients are very happy for selecting Drymill Road and you will be too!
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Bobby Maynard & Breakdown is a three member bluegrass band that is high energy, entertaining, and versatile. Each member is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist. We play a variety of bluegrass favorites and origianal songs. Fast banjo pickin' and fiddlin' hoedowns are crowd favorites. Old time clawhammer banjo tunes, comedy songs, and gospel are also included in our repertoire. Upright bass, mandolin, and guitar are featured as well. We can provide the sound system if needed.
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The GoodFellers has been providing quality music for Gigmaster clients.Will travel anywhere in the USA and beyond. Always prompt,and professional, easy to work with in any type of engagement. New videos and pics coming soon. We play a lot of parties, festivals corporate functions etc.
We have opened shows for many well known national artists . In addition we are in demand as studio musicians and provide music for motion picturs soundtracks. We will make your event special and will leave...(more)

Revived Bluegrass - a high energy acoustic band based out of central Missouri. Specializing in gospel bluegrass and southern gospel, the band loves to play at churches or community events. When not playing at churches, the band is comfortable in a wide genre of music from acoustic modern covers to classic country tunes.
With a combined musical experience of over 30 years, the band will bring excitement, energy, and high quality entertainment to any event.
Consisting of banjo, guitar,...(more)

Blue Wheel Drive is a high energy, hard driving bluegrass band that is based out of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Asheville, North Carolina. The band is keeping the future of bluegrass music alive with hot instrumental playing and tight harmony singing inspired by the traditional music stylings of Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Jimmy Martin, Charlie Moore, Don Reno, and the Stanley Brothers. Blue Wheel Drive will be releasing their first album in the spring of 2015, which will feature all...(more)

REVIEWS FROM PAST PERFORMANCES:
Birthday Party (Adult) in Ringgold, GA on 5/3/2014
OVERALL SATISFACTION: 5
PROFESSIONALISM: 5
ACCOMMODATING: 5
OVERALL TALENT: 5
RECOMMEND: 5
The Solid Blue Band was so pleasant and professional. They were very accommodating with the timing of the performance. The song selections could not have been better and the band even allowed my father to play with them on his special day! They delivered more than expected, and seemed to do with ease.
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The Bobby Cool Band are fun, professional, talented, full-time entertainers known for their versatility, musicianship, professionalism, and high energy. Their song list is made up of music from all time periods/genres and the band customizes each performance, playing only what you want to hear. During breaks Bobby can DJ, as well, making the party non-stop from beginning to end.
Bobby Cool is GigMasters Best of 2015 - 2014 - 2013 and a GigMasters Three-Time Rising Star Award Winner. He...(more)

WestWend...A sound decision for your private event. From an acoustic intimate duo to a rollicking show with a full band WestWend is ready to provide all your entertainment needs in a variety of configurations.
WestWend is an acoustic country band combining the talents of Wendy Crowe and Jonathan Maness. Their repertoire includes fresh versions of country and bluegrass standards, as well as an eclectic mix of pop, blues, and hand crafted originals. WestWend will flexibly and professionally...(more)

The Local Boys are a band that has been waiting for the appellation "Americana", as "Bluegrass" just doesn't cover the material they do. While all members of The Local Boys have deep roots in traditional music, they also have a love for the musical styles that influenced and evolved from old time, country, and bluegrass.
The Local Boys are fairly standard in their acoustic instrumental arrangement. Guitar, Bass, Banjo, Dobro and Mandolin. They can accommodate as a duo...(more)

Providing String Quartets - String Trios - String Duos - and Soloists to the Carolina s and beyond. Personal and attentive service combined with energetic, experienced professionals makes SUMMIT Strings the clear choice for your wedding or event.
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SUMMIT Strings is a stylish, professional group of young musicians that brings atmosphere and sparkle to any special occasion. Specializing in wedding, and background music...(more)

The Rogue Farmers consist of acoustic fiddle/violin, mandolin, guitar and dog house bass. The backbone of "The Rogue Farmers" is inspired by traditional mountain music approached with a contemporary drive giving a simple and familiar "front porch" feel while at the same time crossing musical barriers. We describe our style as "Gypsy Americana/Farm Jazz". The band members are from Kansas, West Virginia and Virginia. Although each member has a designated instrument more than one play many...(more)